Automotive Technician

UPS; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Extensive training

401K

Pension plan

Medical/dental and vision

$0 healthcare premium

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

UPS is seeking a reliable Automotive Technician to join the fleet maintenance team in the United States. This role maintains a diverse range of equipment including delivery vehicles, heavy-duty tractors, and trailers with diesel and gasoline propulsion systems.

The technician will troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic brake, and engine systems and ensure safe, efficient operation. Responsibilities include meeting DOT requirements, lifting and climbing tasks, operating tools, and working flexible

Qualifications

• Current automotive mechanical experience.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer.
• Possesses a full complement of personal hand tools.
• Class A/B or A CDL - Preferred.
• Dependable with regular and timely attendance; willing to work varying shifts.

Responsibilities

• Meets the D.O.T. requirements for the job assignment.
• Bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crouches, crawls, climbs ladders and stairs, stands, walks, and turns/pivots frequently.
• Sits infrequently as required throughout the workday.
• Uses hand tools and power tools to perform tasks.
• Operates standard and manual transmissions.
• Operates power and pneumatic tools.

Skills

Automotive maintenance experience

Diagnostic equipment usage

Personal tools

CDL - preferred

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Scan tools

Personal computer

Job description

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Job Description

Seeking a reliable Automotive Technician to join our outstanding fleet maintenance team. The Automotive Technician will be responsible for maintaining a diverse range of equipment, including delivery vehicles, heavy-duty on-road tractors, and trailers from various manufacturers. These vehicles' propulsion systems include diesel and gasoline. Automotive Technicians must be skilled in troubleshooting and maintaining various systems, including hydraulic brakes, air brakes, electrical systems, and engine controls.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Meets the D.O.T. requirements required by job assignment
• Bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crouches, crawls, climbs ladders and stairs, stands, walks, and turns/pivots frequently throughout the duration of the workday
• Sits infrequently, as required,throughout the duration of the workday
• Exercises simple hand grasping, power hand grasping, fine hand manipulation, and reaching from foot level to above shoulder level as necessary to complete assigned tasks
• Operates standard and manual transmissions
• Operates power and pneumatic tools

Requirements

• Must have an active driver's license issued by the state
• Must be willing to work 2ndor 3rdshifts, including Monday through Friday, Sunday through Thursday, as well as Tuesday through Saturday schedules, depending on the location’s need.
• Must possess the required hand tools required to perform the applicable job assignment.

Knowledge And Skills

• Current documented automotive mechanical experience
• Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer
• Possesses a full complement of personal hand tools
• Class A/B or A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Preferred
• Dependable with the ability to report to work on a regular and timely basis and complete scheduled workday consistently
• Available to work varying shifts, additional hours, and/or overtime depending on service needs
• Wears personal protective equipment as required
• Works in an environment with variable temperatures and humidity (climatic conditions), exposure to cleaning materials, petroleum products, dust, dirt, and noise, outside inclement weather, etc.
• Works cooperatively in a diverse work environment
• Communicates effectivelythrough sight, hearing, and/or otherwise, to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper job safety conditions

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The starting pay for this position is $40.24 per hour. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges and benefit offerings are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Benefits

• weekly pay
• extensive training
• 401(K)
• defined-benefit pension plan
• medical-dental and vision after waiting and or probation period
• $0 healthcare premium
• paid vacation
• paid sick and family and medical leave time as required by law
• paid holidays
• discounted employee stock purchase program

Employee Type

Permanent

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.